Recipients of the 27th Annual Wegner Awards

Lifetime Achievement

Mike MercerPresident/CEO
Georgia Credit Union Affiliates

In recognition of his ground-breaking leadership, innovative
contributions, personal commitment and unfaltering dedication to the
advancement of the credit union system, the National Credit Union
Foundation is pleased to announce Mike Mercer, President/CEO of
the Georgia Credit Union Affiliates, as the recipient of a 2015 Herb
Wegner Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement.

“Anyone who knows
Mike knows he’s an innovator and status quo challenger who has always
pushed leaders to rethink old habits and consider new ways of doing
things,” said John Gregoire, Chair of the Foundation's Wegner Awards Selection
Committee and President of The ProCon Group. “From his role at the
Georgia Credit Union Affiliates, time as CUNA Chairman, his work with
the Polish credit union system, and more, Mike always has displayed
tremendous insight and innovation.”

Lifetime Achievement

Bob SchumacherRetired President/CEO
MountainCrest Credit Union

In recognition of a career that has touched every corner of the
credit union movement, as well as his inspiring work with credit union
leadership programs, both in the U.S. and overseas, the National Credit
Union Foundation is pleased to announce Bob Schumacher, retired
President and CEO of MountainCrest Credit Union, as the recipient of a
2015 Herb Wegner Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement.

“Bob is
one of the most dedicated and devoted followers of the credit union
philosophy who has worked on all levels of the movement,” said John
Gregoire, Chair of the Foundation's Wegner Awards Selection Committee and President
of The ProCon Group. “His impact particularly on Foundation programs
such as the Community Investment Fund, Biz Kid$ and the Credit Union
Development Education Program is beyond belief. Anyone who has had the
opportunity to be touched by Bob’s contagious energy and enthusiasm
comes away a more committed individual.”

Lifetime Achievement

Clarence Hall, Jr.Chairman & CEO
Issaquena County FCU

In recognition of his selfless work on behalf of the struggling
population of Issaquena County and his lifelong embodiment of credit
union values, the National Credit Union Foundation is pleased to
announce Clarence Hall, Jr., CEO of Issaquena County FCU, as the
recipient of a 2015 Herb Wegner Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement.

“Clarence
Hall is not a household name in the credit union movement, but his work
has been absolutely inspiring in building a better life in a
downtrodden part of our nation,” said John Gregoire, Chair of the Foundation's Wegner Awards Selection Committee and President of The ProCon Group.
“Clarence is an unsung hero who has led efforts around financial
literacy, civil rights and much more to make a positive impact on those
in his community. Roy Bergengren used to say that the credit union’s
real job is to prove the practicality of the brotherhood of man and
Clarence’s achievements align perfectly with those words.”

Outstanding Organization

Iowa Credit Union League

In recognition of its organization-wide dedication to ensuring the
prosperity of credit unions and improving the financial lives of
consumers, the National Credit Union Foundation is pleased to
announce the Iowa Credit Union League (ICUL) as the recipient of the
2015 Herb Wegner Memorial Outstanding Organization Award.

“The
Iowa Credit Union League has been fortunate to have a series of leaders
over the years who’ve all been pioneers in helping build the credit
union movement,” said John Gregoire, Chair of the Foundation Wegner Awards
Selection Committee and President of The ProCon Group. “The breadth and
depth of the organization shine through the league’s focus on reaching
the Hispanic population, savings initiatives, as well as a
host of other programs. You always know if the Iowa Credit Union League
straps on a challenge, they’ll go far and beyond.”